Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
texana
ID:
174840

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts11: 136 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174169

Common Names

  • Parkinsonia texana
  • Texas Paloverde
  • Palo Verde

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Synonyms

  • Parkinsonia texana macra (I.M.Johnst.) Isely [valid]
  • Cercidium macrum I.M.Johnst. [valid]
  • Cercidium texanum A.Gray [valid]
  • Parkinsonia texana texana [unknown]

Description

Parkinsonia texana (also called 'Texas palo verde', 'Texas palo verde', 'Texas palo verde' among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in deserts, disturbed areas, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Parkinsonia texana is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parkinsonia texana has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parkinsonia texana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Parkinsonia texana

Parkinsonia texana is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Parkinsonia texana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parkinsonia texana?

Parkinsonia texana

What is the common name of Parkinsonia texana?

Texas paloverde

What is the natural habitat of Parkinsonia texana?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:512253-1: Based on the initial data import